Samsung Galaxy F36 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy F36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $245 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy F36 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F36
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy F36 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $548
- Better portability (64/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F36 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F36 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (95/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy F36 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F36 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F36 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy F36 by 78.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $303. Samsung Galaxy F36 was $303 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (95/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy F36 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F36 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy F36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F36 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.